Definition of "prototype" []

• An original type, form, or instance serving as a basis or standard for later stages. (noun)
• An original, full-scale, and usually working model of a new product or new version of an existing product. (noun)
• An early, typical example. (noun)
• Biology A form or species that serves as an original type or example. (noun)

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• "Creating different combinations of the prototype is the next design challenge for this project."
• ""We show that this preference for the prototype is a function of the prototype being particularly easy to perceive," Winkielman told Reuters on Tuesday."
• "According to Air Power Australia, a Russian prototype is at least equal to the F-22 and easily outclasses the F-35, which the Administration has picked as our front-line fighter."